Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market

By Drugs;

Approved Drugs - [Tisagenlecleucel (Kymriah), Axicabtagene Ciloleucel (Yescarta), Voretigene Neparvovec (Luxturna), and Strimvelis] and Pipeline Drugs - [GT-AADC, Fidanacogene elaparvovec (SPK-9011), OTL-200, bb2121, AMT-061, and Others]

By Therapeutic Application;

Oncology, Neurological Disorders, Ophthalmic Disorders, Hematological Disorders, Immunodeficiency Disorders, Metabolic Disorders, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn149287675 Published Date: August, 2025

Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market Overview

Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market (USD Million)

Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market was valued at USD 2,493.33 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 12,022.91 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 25.2%.


Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 25.2 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)25.2 %
Market Size (2024)USD 2,493.33 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 12,022.91 Million
Market ConcentrationLow
Report Pages315
2,493.33
2024
12,022.91
2031

Major Players

  • BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc
  • PTC Therapeutics Inc
  • Orchard Therapeutics Plc
  • uniQure N.V
  • Spark Therapeutics Inc
  • Bluebird Bio Inc
  • Juno Therapeutics Inc (Celgene Corporation)
  • Novartis International AG

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market is expanding rapidly, fueled by the urgent need for effective solutions in conditions with limited or no treatments. An estimated 62% of gene therapy pipelines now focus on rare disorders, reflecting a major shift in research priorities. These therapies aim to correct root-level genetic anomalies, offering lasting clinical benefits.

Accelerated Approvals Driving Adoption
There has been a 48% uptick in gene therapy approvals for rare conditions, aided by expedited review frameworks and supportive regulatory policies. By prioritizing high-need innovations, regulators are helping to fast-track breakthrough treatments into real-world clinical use, fostering quicker patient access and adoption.

Increased Capital Flow into Rare Disease Therapies
Funding activity has grown by over 55% in this market, signaling strong investor belief in its long-term value. Financial resources are powering research and early-phase trials, while collaborations between private and public sectors are helping to reduce development risks and timelines.

Breakthrough Technologies Enhancing Outcomes
R&D efforts are now heavily centered on refining gene delivery methods and reducing adverse responses. More than 60% of pipeline projects are integrating advanced genome editing tools, helping improve targeting precision and long-term effectiveness. These innovations are raising the clinical reliability of gene therapies.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Drug
    2. Market Snapshot, By Therapeutic Application
    3. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Supportive Regulatory Environment
        2. Increasing Funding and Investments
        3. Rising Demand for Personalized Medicine
      2. Restraints
        1. Limited Patient Pool and Market Size
        2. Long-term Safety and Efficacy Concerns
        3. Regulatory and Reimbursement Hurdles
      3. Opportunities
        1. Collaboration and Partnerships
        2. Focus on Health Equity and Access
        3. Integration of Digital Health and Precision Medicine
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market, By Drug, 2021- 2031(USD Million)
      1. Approved Drugs
        1. Tisagenlecleucel (Kymriah)
        2. Axicabtagene ciloleucel (Yescarta)
        3. Voretigene neparvovec (Luxturna)
        4. Strimvelis
      2. Pipeline Drugs
        1. GT-AADC
        2. Fidanacogene elaparvovec (SPK-9011)
        3. OTL-200
        4. bb2121
        5. AMT-061
        6. Others
    2. Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market, By Therapeutic Application, 2021- 2031(USD Million)
      1. Oncology
      2. Neurological Disorders
      3. Ophthalmic Disorders
      4. Hematological Disorders
      5. Immunodeficiency Disorders
      6. Metabolic Disorders
      7. Others
    3. Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market, By Geography, 2021- 2031(USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc
      2. PTC Therapeutics Inc
      3. Orchard Therapeutics Plc
      4. uniQure N.V
      5. Spark Therapeutics Inc
      6. Bluebird Bio Inc
      7. Juno Therapeutics Inc.(Celgene Corporation)
      8. Novartis International AG
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market